GE GSS25WGSCWW, GSS25WGSCCC, GSS25WGSCBB, GSS25VGSCWW, GSS25VGSCCC Owner’s Manual

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Safety Instructions ........... 2-4

Operating Instructions

Additional Features ............ ] 0

Automatic Icemaker ........... ] 2

Care and Cleaning .......... 14, 15

Crispers and Pans ............. 11

Ice and _'ater Dispenser ..... 13, 14

Refiigerator Doors .......... 10, 11

Replacing the Light Bulbs ....... 16

Shelves and Bins ............. 8, 9

TemperaUlre Controls ........... 5

TurboCool r'*. .................. 6

_'ater Fiher . .................. 7

Installation Instructions

Installing the Refrigerator . . . .22-25

Preparing to Install

the Refligerator . ........... 17-19

Removing and

Replacing Doors ........... 19-21

Water Line Installation ...... 26-28

Troubleshooting Tips ....... 30-32

Normal Operating Sounds ...... 29

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Refrigeradores

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Consumer Support

Consumer Support ..... Back Cover

Performance Data Sheet ........ 36

Product Registration ........ 33, 34

State of California ¼'ater

Treatment Device Certificate ..... 37

_'arranty (Canadian) ........... 38

_4'arranty (U.S.) ............... 39

Write the model and serial numbers here:

#

#

Find these numbers on a label inside

the reti'igerator compartment at the

top on the right side.

200D2600P036 49-60343 10-04JR

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

WARNING!

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual.

SAFETYPRECAUTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

This refi-igerator must be properly installed
and located in accordance with the Installation

Instructions before it is used.

Do not allow children to climb, st;rod or hang
on the shelves in the reti-igerato_: They could

damage the refrigerator and seriously iqjure
themselves.

Do not touch the cold stu_i_ces in the fl'eezer
compartment when hands are damp or wet.

Skin may stick to these extremely cold stu_hces,

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
\_q)o_ and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.

In refl'igerato_ with automatic icemake_,

avoid contact with the moving parts of the
ejector mechanism, or with the heating

element located on the bottom of the icemake_:
Do not place finge_s or hands on the automatic

icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator
is plugged in.

Keep finget_ out ot the "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the doo_ and between

the doo_ and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be caretul closing doo_ when children are

in the area.

Unplug the refrigerator betore cleaning and

making repairs.

NOTE."We stronglyrecommendthatanyservicingbe
performedby aqualified individual

Setting either or both controls to 0 (Off)does not
remove power to the light circuit.

Do not refl'eeze fi'ozen fi)ods which have

thawed completel>

DANGER!RISKOFCHILDENTRAPMENT

PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR

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Child entrai)ment and suffocation are not i)rol)lems
of the past, Junked or abandoned refl_Jgeratm_ are

still dangerotls.. ,even if they will sit fin" "just a few
days." If you are getting rid of yore" old refrigerator,

please follow the instructions below to help prevent
accidents,

Before YouThrowAway YourOldRefrigerator
or Freezer:

Take off the dome.

I,eave the shelxes in place so that children ma)
not easilx climb inside.

CFCDisposal

Y}mr old refl_igerator may have a cooling system

that used CFCs (chlorofluorocafl)ons). CFCs are
believed to h;mn stratospheric ozone.

If you are throwing away yore" old refrigerator; make
sure the CFC reli_igerant is removed fin" proper

disposal by a qualified service_: If you intentionally
release this CFC refl'igerant, you can be subject to

fines and imprisomnent under provisions of
enviromnenml legislation.

USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use
of an extension cord.

However; ifxou must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a Ui,-listed (in the United
States) or a CSA-listed (in Canada), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a gromMing
type I)ltw_ and outlet and that the electrical ratim,_ of the cord be 15 amperes (minim urn) and 120 xolts.

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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

WARNING!

HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY

Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.

For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.

The power cord of this appliance is equipped

with a 3-prong (gromMing) plug which mates
with a standard 3-prong (gromMing) wall outlet

to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard
from this appliance.

Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by
a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet

is properly grounded.

If the outlet is a standard 2-prong outlet, it is

yam" personal responsibili_' and obligation to

have it replaced with a properly grotmded
3-prong wall out.let.

The refligerator should always be plugged into
its own individual electrical outlet which has

a w)ltage rating that matches the rating plate.

This provides the best perlimnance and also
I)rexents oxerloading, house wiring circuits which

could cause a fire hazard from oxerheated wires.
Never tmplug yam" refl-igerator by pulling on

the p(>wer cord, Mwa}:s grip plug firefly and pull
straight out fl'onl the outlet.

Repair or replace immediately all power cords that
have become fl'ayed or otherwise damaged. Do not

use a cord that sho_:s cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either end.

\,_]_en moving the refligerator away from the
wall, be carefld not to roll over or damage the
power cord.

USEOFADAPTERPLUGS(Adapterplugsnotpermittedinconodoj

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against
the use of an adapter plug.

However; if'you, must use an adapte_; where local
codes pemfit, a temporary connection may be made

to a properly grotmded E-prong wall outlet by use
of a UI Aisted adapter a\:filable at m()st local

h[I I'(lw[lI'e stores.

The linger slot in the adapter must be aligned with
the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper

polarity in the com_ection of the power cord.

When disc(mnecting the power cord fl'om the

a(lapte_; alwa>s hold the adaptor in place with one
hand while pulling the power cord plug with the

other hand. If this is not done, the adapter grotmd
temfinal is very likely to break with repeated use.

If the adapter gr(mnd temfinal breal<s, DONOT

OSEthe refrigerator tmtil a proper ground has

been established.

Attachingthe adaptergroundterminaltoa walloutlet
coverscrewdoesnotgroundtheapplianceunlessthe
coverscrewis metal,andnot ihsu/ated,andthewaft

outlet isgroundedthroughthehousewiring. Youshould
havethe circuitcheckedbyaqualifiedelectricianto

makesurethe outlet isproper/}/groundecL

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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Aboutthe temperaturecontrols. GEAppliances.com

The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 5 for both
the refrigerator and freezer compartments. Allow 24 hours for the
temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended settings.

Several adjustments may be required. Each time you adjust
controls, allow24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the setting
you have selected.

Setting either or both controls to 0 stops cooling in both the freezer
and refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical power
to the refrigerator.

Controlsettings will vary based on personal preferences, usage and
operating conditions and may require more than one adjustment.

NOTE: Therefrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the

temperature controls. If this film was not removed during installation,
remove it now.

PerformanceAk FlowSystem

The Pe_tbm_ance :Mr Flow System is designed to maximize temperature control in the retiigerator and
fl'eezer con_partments. This Ulfique spedal teature consists of the _di" Tower along the back wall of the

refligerator and the _di" Tulmel on the bottom portion of the fl'eezer rear wall. Pladng food in fl'ont of the
louvei's on these con/poi_ents will not affect peltblmance. _Mthough the _di"Tower and the _di" Tulmel can

be relnoved, doing so will affect telnperature perfin_nai_ce. (For relnOX:fl instructions, on-line, 24 hours a
da> contact us at GEAppliances.com or call 800.GE.CARES. In Canada, contact us at geappliances.ca or

call 1.800.361.3400.)

About TurboCooEM(on some models)

How it Works

TurboCoolrapidly cools the reii_igerator

c()mi)artn_ent in order to more quickly
cool fi)ods. Use TurboCoolwhen adding a

TurboCool

large amount of food to the reflJgerator
compartment, putting away fi)ods after they

have been sitting out at room temperature
or when putting away warn/leftovers. It can
also be used if the refl_igerator has been

without power fin" an extended period.

Once acti\:_md, the compressor will turn oil
immediately and the rims will cycle on and
off at high speed as needed fiw eight hom_.

The compressor will continue to rtm tmfil
the reflJgerator compartment cools to

approximately 34°F (l °C), then it will cycle
on and off to maintain this setting. _Mter 8

hom_, or if TurboCool is pressed again, the
refl_igerator compartment will return to

the original setting,

How to Use

Press TurboCooLThe refrigerator
temperature display will show 9 (the coldest

setting),

_Mter TurboCoolis complete, the

refl_igerator compartment will return
to the original setting,

NOTES:The refl_igerator temperatm'e

cmmot be changed dtwing

TurboCoot

The fl'eezer temperatm'e is not
affected during TurboCooL

_]_en opening the refrigerator
door during TurboCool,the liras

will continue to run if they have

cycled on.

Aboutthe water filter.(onsomemodels) GEAppliances.com

On some models

Place flTetop of the cartridge up
inside the cartridge holder and
slowly turn it to theright.

RESETWATERFILTER

HOLD3 SECS

Water Filter Cartridge

The water filter cartridge is located in the
back Ul)per right corner of the refl_igerator

COIllI)_l i'tlilent,

When to Replace the Filter

There is a replacement indicator light tin"
the water filter cartridge on the dispense_;

This light will tm'n orange to tell you that
you need to replace the filter soon.

The filter cartridge should be replaced
when the replacement indicator light turns

red or if the flow of water to the dispenser
or icemaker decreases.

Installing the Filter Cartridge

0 If )ou are repladng the cartridge, ti_t

remoxe the old one b)slowl)turning
it to the left. Do not pull down on tile

cartridge. A small amotmt ot water
may drip down.

Fill the replacement cartridge with
water fl'om the trip to allow tin" better

flow fl'om the dispenser immediately
after installation.

Lining up the arrow on the cartridge

@

and the cartridge holder; place the
top of the new cartridge up inside

the holdex; Do not push it up into
the holdex;

0 ])'tin water fl'om the dispenser tot

3 minutes (about one and a half

gallons) to clear the system and
prevent sputtering.

Press and hold the RESETWATERFILTER

pad on the dispenser fk_r 3 seconds.

NOTE" A newEqnsmlled _ter filter
cartridge may cause water to spurt iiom

the dispense_:

Filter Bypass Plug

You must use tile filter bypass plug
when a replacement filter cartridge is not

available. The dispenser and the icemaker

will not operate without the filter or filter

bypass ph N.

Replacement Filters:

To order additional filter cartridges

in the United States, visit our Webs#e,

GEAppliances.com,or call GE Parts
andAccessories, 800.626.2002.

(;WF
Suggested Retail $34.95 USD

Customer5 in Canada should consult
tile yellow pages ti_r the nearest Camco

Service Center:

Slowly tm'n it to the right tmfil the filter
cartridge stops. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.

_s you tm'n the cartridge, it will
automatically raise itself into position.

Cartridge will rotate about 1/4 turn.

Abouttheshelvesandbins.

Not all features are on all models.

Refrigerator Door Bins

Refrigerator bin

Press tab and pull shelf
forward to remove

The reii_igerator door bins are a(!iustable.

Toremove: I,ifl the ti'ont of the bin straight

up, then lift up and out.

Toreplace er relecate: Engage the back side

of the bin in the molded supports of the
door Then push down on the fl'ont of the

bin. Bin will lock in place.

Deep Door Shelves

Detachable shell extende_ deepen and
enclose fixed door shelves, providing

ii/oi'e storage I'OOII/ and greater storage
flexibility.

Slide-Out Spillpmof Shelf

The slide-out spillprooI shell allows you
to reach items stored behind othe_. The

special edges are designed m help prevent
spills ti'om dripping to lower shelves.

Toremove:

Slide the shell out tmtil it reaches the stop,

then press down on the tab and slide the
shelf straight out.

Toreplace or relocate:

I,ine the shell up with the supports and
slide it into place. The shelf can be

repositioned when the door is at 90 ° or

more. To reposition the shell, slide the shelf
past the stops and angle dowm_m'd. Slide

shelf down to the desired position, line up
with the supports and slide into place.

Make sure you push the shelves all the way back
in before you close the doo_

The snuggerhelps prevent tipping, spilling

or sliding of small items stored on the door
shelf. Place a finger on either side (ff the
snugger near the rear and move it back

and fi)rth to fit wmr needs.

To remove: i,iti the shelf extender straight

up then pull out.

Toreplace:Engage the shelf extender in the

molded supports on the door and push in.
It will lock in place.

Not all features are on all models.

QuickSpace TM Sheff

This shelf splits in half and slides under
itself for storage _ff tall items on the shelf

below.
This shelf can be removed and replaced

or relocated just like Slide-Out Spillproof
Shelves.

Slide-Out Freezer Shelves

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On some models, this sheff can not be used
in the lowest position.

h! _iii

Toremove, slide out to the stop position,

lift the front past the stop position, and
slide ()tit.

Fixed Freezer Shelves

Toremove, lift the shelf up at the left side

and then bring the shelf out.

Makesureyoupushtheshelvesall the wayback
in beforeyouclosethe clooc

Abouttheadditionalfeatures.

Not all features are on all models.

ShelfSaver TM Rack

(onsomemodels)

Use this rack to store

beverage C[lIIS ilk)I" eas\'

access.

It can also hoM a 9" x 13"
baking dish.

Door Can Rack

{onsome models)

This door rack holds up

[0 9 cans.

NOTE"Thisrackcan onlybe
mountedin the topposition

underthedalh/bin.

Removable Beverage Rack

The bexerage rack is designed to hold
a bottle on its side. It can be attached

to any slide-out shelf.

Toinstall:

0 Line up the large part oI the slots on

the top of the rack with the tabs trader
the shell

Then slkle the rack back to lock it
in place.

Abouttherefrigeratordoors.

Refrigerator Doors

The refi-igerator (lom_ may feel different
than the ones you are used to. The special

door opening/closing teatux'e Inakes sure
the doox_ close all the way and are securely

sealed.

When opening and closing the door you
will notice a stop position. If the door is

opened past this stop point, the door will
remain open to allow you to load and

tmload tood more easily: When the door
is only partially open, it will automatically

close.

When the door is only partially open,

it will automatically close.
Beyond this stop the door will

stay open.

The resistance you feel at the stop
position will be reduced as the door

is loaded with fi_o(1.

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Door Alignment

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If (loo_ are une',en, a(!iust tile refi_igerator
door.

O Using a 7/16"wrench, turn tile door

a(!iusting screw to the right to raise the

doo_; to tile left to lower it.

(A nflon plug, imbedded in tile

threads of tile pin, prevents tile pin

ti'om turning unless a wrench is used.)

Aboutthe crispersandpans.

Not all features are on all models.

Fruit and Vegetable Crispers

!

Excess water that may accumtflate in tile
bottom of tile (h'awe_ should be wiped d_'.

_&JteI" one or two ttlrns of tile wI'ench,

oi)en.... and close tile refrigerator, door

and check tile alignment at tile top
of tile doolN.

Adjustable Humidity Crispers

Slide tile control all tile wm to tile
H/setting to proxide high humidit_

ii i i i i i i i i

recomm ended fin" most xegetables.

Aboutcrisperremoval

Not all features are on all models.

Crisper Removal

(:rispe_ can easil) be removed b) I)ullin°

tile drawer straight out and lilting tile
drawer up and oxer tile ,stop location.

Slide tile control all tile way to tile
LOsetting to proxide lower h umidit}

lexels recommended for most fruits.

If tile door prevents you fl'om taking out
tile (h'awe_, fi_t try to remove tile door

bins. If this does not oilier enough
clearance, the reflJgerator will need to

be roiled fi)r_;n'd until tile door opens
enough to slide tile (h'awe_ out. In some

cases, when you roll tile refi_igerator O/lt,

wm will need to move tile refi_igerator

to tile left or fight as you roll it out.

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Abouttheautomaticicemaker.

A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12to 24 hours to begin making ice.

_ower Automatic Icemaker

Switch

PowerLight Feele

Puff the upper freezer shelf straight
out to access the icemaker. Always
be sure to replace the shelf. The
shelf can be used for storage.

icemaKer

The icemaker will produce seven cubes
per c)'cle'---aI)I)roxinlately ] 00-130 cubes

in a 24-hour period, depending on fl'eezer

COillpai'tlllent [eilll)ei'attli'e _ i'OOill

teinl)erature , nunlber ot door ol)enings
and other use conditions.

If the refl_igerator is operated befi)re the

w;Itel" connec[ion is ll/a(le to the icelllakel;

set the l)ower switch in the O (0ff) position.

\_Vhen the reflJgerator has been connected
to the water supl)lv set the power switch to
the I (0n) position,

The icemaker will fill with water when it
c(_)ls t_) 15°F (- 10 °C). A newly-installed

refligerator may take 12 to 24 hotu_ to

begin lnaking ice cubes.
Throw away the fi_st tew batches of ice

to allow the water line to cleal:

Be sm'e nothing interteres with the sweep
of the teeler amL

When the bin fills to the level ot the teeler
am_, the icemaker will stop producing ice.

It is norn/al tor several cubes to be joined
together

If ice is not used fl'equenfly, old ice cubes

will becoine cloudy, taste stale and shrink.

NOTE: Inhomeswith lower-than-averagewater
pressure,you mayhear the icemakercycle multiple

times whenmaking onebatchof ice.

Ice Storage Drawer

To access ice, pull the drawer forward.

To removethedrawer,pull it straight out and

lift it past the stop location.

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Aboutthe ice and water dispenser.(onsomemodels) GEAppliances.com

On some models

ToUse the Dispenser

Select CUBED ICE _, CRUSHEDICE _ Dispenser Light

SpillShelf

or WATER_.

Press the glass gently against the top of the
dispenser cradle.

The spill shelf is not seltklraining. To

reduce water spotting, tile shelf and its LIGHT

grille shouM be deaned regularly.

If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is
first installed, there maybe air in the water line

system. Press the dispenser arm for at least two
minutes to remove trapped a/7 from the water

line and to fill the water system. Toflush out
impurities in the water fine, throw away the first

s/k glassfuls of water
CAUTION: Never put fingers or any other

objects into the ice crusher discharge opening. QUICK ICE increase ice production

Quick Ice

_& X'\hen you need ice

Lockingthe Dispenser 48 hom_ or until you

_D"' Press the LOCK CONTROL press the pad again.

pad for 3 seconds to DoorAlarm

: ' c mtrol panel To @ To set tile almm, press

HOLD3SECS hold tile pad again

1,)okthe dispenser and

uillock, press aild this pad uiltil the

fi)r 3 seconds.

DOOR ALARM

This pad turns tile night
light in tile dispenser on

and off. Tile light also
comes on when the

dispenser cradle is
pressed. If this light

burns out, it should be
replaced with a 6 watt

12 V maxim mn bulb.

.... m a hm'D _,press this

pad to speed up ice
production. This will

for the fi)llowing

indicator light comes
on. This almm will

sound if either door is

open J()I" illOi'e than

3 minums. The light
goes ()ut and the

beeping stops when
vou close tile dooi:

Important Facts About Your Dispenser

Do not add ice fl'om trays or bags to
tile storage (h'awe_: It may not crush or
dispense well.

Avoid overfilling glass with ice and use

of narrow glasses. Backed-up ice can jam
tile chute or cause tile door in tile chute

to fl'eeze shut. If ice is blocking the
chute, poke it through with a wooden

Sl)OOn.

Beverages and foods should not be
quick-chilled in the ice storage (h'awe_:

Cans, bottles or food packages in tile

storage drawer may cause tile icemaker

or a/iger to jaIll.

To kee I) dispensed ice fl'om missing

tile glass, put tile glass close to, but not
touching, tile dispenser opening.

Some crushed ice inav be dispensed even
though you selected CUBEDICE.This
happens occasionally when a few cubes

accidentally get directed to the crushe_:

_Mter crushed ice is dispensed, some

water may drip fl'om tile chute.
Sometimes a small mo/md of snow will

titan on the door in the ice chute. This
condition is nomml and usually occm_

when vou have dispensed crushed ice

repeatedly. The snow will eventually

evapoI'ate.

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Aboutthe ice and water dispenser.

Ice Storage Drawer

on Dispenser Models

Toremove:

Set the icemaker power switch to the
0 (off) position. Pull the drawer straight out

and then lilt past the stop position.

Toreplace:

_,_]ten replacing the (h'awe_; be sure to

press it firefly into place. If it does not go
all the way back, i'eillove it and rotnte the

drive mechanism 1/4 turn. Then push
the drawer back again.

Careand cleaningofthe refrigerator.

Cleaning the Outside

Dispenser drip area.

The dispenser drip area, (on some models)

beneath the grille, shotfld be wiled (h_,. _,_ter
left in this area may leaxe deposits. Remove

the deposits by adding tmdihKed vinegar to
the well. Soak tmtil the deposits disappear

or becoi/le loose enotlgh to Yinse "dW'dv,

The dispenser cradle (on some models).

Before cleaning, lock the dispenser by

pressing and hoMing the LOCKCONTROL
pad tot 3 seconds. Clean with wam_

water and baking soda solution--about
a tablespoon (l 5 ml) of baking soda to

a quart (l liter) of water: Rinse thoroughly
and wipe dry.

The doorhandles and trim. Clean with

a cloth dampened with soapy water;

Dry with a soft cloth.

7"hestainless steel panels and door handles

(on some models) can be cleaned with a

commercially available stainless steel
cleaner such as Slainle, s,sSla:l :\l(_'i:. ''_

5'lainl_<,_,_Sla, l M(Iq4_is available at Ace, True

Value, Se_Mstm; HWI and other leading

stores. It is also a\:filable through GE Parts
and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Order part

nmnber _._3X10X 15.

Do not use appliance wax or polish on the
stainless steel.

Keep _e outside clean. Wipe with a clean
cloth lightly dampened with kitchen

appliance wax or mild liquid dish detergent.
Dry and polish with a clean, soft cloth.

Do not wipe the refnoerator with a soiled dish
cloth or wet towel Thesemay leave aresidue

that can erode the paint Do not use scouring

pads,powdered c/eanera, bleach or cleaners
containing bleach because these products can
scratch and weaken the paint f/bish.

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Cleaning the Inside

Tohelp prevent odors,lea;'e an open box of

baking soda in the fl'esh food and fl'eezer

COII/l)_l I'tlIlents.

Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning. If this

is not practical, wring excess moisture out

of sponge or cloth when cleaning around

switches, lights or controls.

Use wann water and baking soda solution--

about a tablespoon (15 ml) el baking soda

to a quart (l liter) of water: This both cleans

and neutralizes o(lo_. Rinse and wipe dry:

Useof any cleaning solution other than that
which isrecommended, especially those that

contain petroleum distillates, can crack or
damage the interior of the refrigerator.

Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot water
because the extreme temperature difference

may cause them to break. Handle glass shelves
carefufi_zBumping tempered glass can cause
it to shatter

Donot washanyplasticrefngeratorpartsin

thedishwasher

Behind the Refrigerator

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Be careful when moving tile refl_igerator
away fl'()m tile wall. _M1 types of floor

coverii_gs can be dmnaged, particularly
cushioned coverii_gs and those with

elllbossed S/lYl'_lces.

Pull tile refl_Jgerator straight out and retm'n
it to position by pushing it straight in.

Moving the x'efl_igex'ator in a side dix'ection
may result in damage to tile floor covering

or refl_igeratoi:

Preparing for Vacation

For long \:lcations or absences, Yeillove
ff)od and Ulq)lug tile refl_Jgeratoi: Clean
tile interior with a baking soda solution

of one tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda
to one quart (] liter) of wateI: i,eave tile

(looI_ open.

Set tile icemaker power switch to tile
0 (off) position and shut off tile water supply

to tile reliigeratoi:

When pushing the refrlgeretor back, make sure
you don't roll over the power cord or icemaker
supply line (onsome models).

If tile telnperature can drop below fl'eezing,
have a qualified servicer drain the water
supply system (oil soine models) to prevent

serious propert), dalnage due to flooding.

Preparing to Move

Secure all loose items such as shelves and
dI'aweI_ by taping thenl securely ill place

to prevent danmge.

X_]/en using a hand truck to move the

refl_igeratoi; do not rest tile fl'ont or back
of tile reflJgerator against tile hand truck.

This could dalnage tile refrigerator. Handle
OlflV fl'om tile sides of tile refl_igeratoi:

Be sure the refn)erator stays in an upn)ht

positionduringmoving

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Replacingthe lightbulbs.

Setting either or both controls to 0 does not remove power to the light circuit.

Refrigerator Compartment--Upper Light

Pocket

O UnI)lug the refl'igerator.

@ The bulb is located at the top of the

compartment, inside the dome light
shield. To remove the shield, place your

finger in the pocket at the back of the
shield. Ptfll the shield fi)rward and down.

Refrigerator Compartment--Lower Light

Thishght is located above the top drawe_

UnI)lug the refrigerator.

@ I,ifl the light shield up and pull it out.

Freezer Compartment

O Unphtg the refl'igeratm:

Remove the shelf just above the light
shield. (The shelf will be easier to

remove if it is emptied fii_t.) On some
models, a screw at the top of the light

shield will need to be removed.

To remove the light shield, press in on

@

the sides, and lift up and out. On some
models, lift the light shield up and pull

it out.

O _Mter replacing the bulb x_th an

appliance bulb of the same or lower
wattaoe_, replace the light shield.

O Plug the refrigerator back in.

O _Mter rei)lacing, the bulb with an

appliance bulb of the same or lower
wattage, replace the shield.

Plug the refrigerator back in.

Replace the bulb with an appliance
bulb of the same or lower wattage,

and reinstall the light shield. When
reinstalling the light shield, make

sm'e the top tabs snap securely
into place. Replace the screw (on
some models).

P,einstall the shelf and phtg the
refl'igerator back in.

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Dispenser

O UnI)lug the refl_igeratm:

The bulb is located on the
dispenser trader the control panel.

Remove the light bulb by tm'ning
it cotmterclockwise.

Replace the bulb with a bulb of the
same size and wattage.

Plug the refrigerator back in.

Installation

Refrigerator

Instructions

I Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: www.GEAppliances.com

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely
and carefully.

• IMPORTANT - Savethese

instructions for local inspector's use.

• IMPORTANT - Observeall

governing codes and ordinances.

• Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.

• Note to Consumer - Keep these
instructions for future reference,

• Skill level - Installation of this appliance
requires basic mechanical skills.

• Completion time - Refrigerator Installation

In Canada, call 1.800.361.3400 or Visit our Website at: www.geappliances.ca

PREPARATION
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER

If the refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have

to be connected to a cold water line. AGE
water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff

valve, fittings and instructions) is available at
extra cost from your dealer, by visiting our
Website at www.GEAppliances.com (in
Canada at www.geappliances.ca) or from

Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002 (in
Canada 1.888.261.3055).

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

30 minutes
Water Line Installation

30 minutes

Models 23 & 25

I

• Proper installation is the responsibility of
the installer.

• Product failure due to improper installation
is not covered under the Warranty.

If the refrigerator has already been installed,
remove the base grille (see Step 2 in Moving

the Refrigerator), then skip to Step 5 in

Installing the Refrigerator.

3/8" and 5/16" Socket 1/2" and 7/16" Wrench

Plastic Putty Knife

Phillips Head Screwdriver

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Installation Instructions

MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR

[] LOADING THE RERIGERATOR

ONTO A HAND TRUCK

Leave all tape and door pads on doors

until the refrigerator is in its final location.
To move the refrigerator, use a padded

hand truck. Center the refrigerator on the
hand truck and secure the strap around

the refrigerator. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN

THE STRAP.

i

If the refrigerator must go through
any entrance that is less than 38"

wide, the doors must be removed.

Proceed to Step 3.
DO NOT remove the handles.

If all entrances are more than
38" wide, skip to Installing

the Refrigerator.

[] DISCONNECT THE WATER

COUPLING (on some models)

If the refrigerator has a water dispenser,

there is a water line from the cabinet into

the bottom hinge on the freezer door that

must be disconnected.
To disconnect, push in on the white collar

of the coupling and pull out the tubing.

White collar

[] REMOVE THE BASE GRILLE

Remove the grille by removing the two
Phillips head screws.

Bottom

freezer

hinge

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Installation Instructions

[] DISCONNECT THE POWER

COUPLING (on some models)

If the refrigerator has a water dispenser,

there is a power line (harness) from the

cabinet into the bottom hinge on the
freezer door that must be disconnected.

To disconnect pull apart at the coupling.

[] DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICAL

CONNECTORS (on some models)

If the refrigerator has a refreshment
center, there are electrical connectors

(harnesses) from the cabinet into the
bottom hinge on the refrigerator door

that must be disconnected.

To disconnect, pull apart each connector.

[] CLOSE THE FREEZER AND

REFRIGERATOR DOORS

[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR

[] Remove the freezer door top hinge cover

by either squeezing it and pulling it up or
by prying it off with a plastic putty knife.

[]

Remove the two 5/16" hex head screws,

then lift the hinge straight up to free the

hinge pin.

5/16" Hex Head

Bottom
refrigerator

hinge

[]

Open the freezer door to 90. °

90 °

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Installation Instructions

MOVING THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)

[]

REMOVE THE

FREEZER DOOR (cont.)

[]

As one person slowly lifts the freezer door
up and off the bottom hinge, the second
person should carefully guide the water
line and power line (harness) through the
bottom hinge.

[] REMOVE THE

REFRIGERATOR DOOR (cont.)

[] Remove the two 5/16" hex head screws,

then lift the hinge straight up to free the

hinge pin.

[] Open the refrigerator door to 90. °

5/16" Hex Head

[] Set the door on a non-scratching surface

with the inside up.

[] REMOVE THE

REFRIGERATOR DOOR

[] Remove the refrigerator door top hinge

cover by either squeezing it and pulling
it up or by prying it off with a plastic
putty knife.

_ U

_ i4

.t_/ f

90 °

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Installation Instructions

[] REMOVE THE

REFRIGERATOR DOOR (cont.)

[] Lift the refrigerator door up and off the

bottom hinge.
If the refrigerator has a refreshment

center, one person should slowly lift the
door up and off the bottom hinge and the
second person should carefully guide the
electrical lines (harnesses) through the
bottom hinge.

====4===

90°

[] REPLACING THE DOORS

To replace the doors, simply reverse
steps 3 through 8.

However, please note the following:

• When lowering the doors onto the

bottom hinges, make sure the second
person carefully guides the tube and
harnesses through the holes in the
hinges.

• When connecting the water line, make
sure you insert the tubing all the way

to the mark.

Refreshment Center Models only

[] Set the door on a non-scratching surface

with the inside up.

Mark

• Do not pinch the tubing and harnesses

when placing the doors on the bottom

hinges.

• When connecting the power line and

the electrical lines (refreshment center

models only), be sure that the

connectors are seated together fully.

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Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR

REFRIGERATOR LOCATION

• Do not install the refrigerator where the
temperature will go below 60°F (16°C)

because it will not run often enough to
maintain proper temperatures.

• Do not install the refrigerator where the
temperature will go above 100°F (37°C)

because it will not perform properly.

• Install it on a floor strong enough to

support it fully loaded.

CLEARANCES

Allow the following clearances for ease
of installation, proper air circulation and
plumbing and electrical connections:

23' and 25'

Sides 1/8" (4 mm)
Top 1" (25 mm)

Back 1" (25 mm)

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Installation Instructions

[] CONNECTING THE REFRIGERATOR

TO THE HOUSE WATER LINE
(icemaker and dispenser models)

A cold water supply is required for
automatic icemaker and dispenser
operation. If there is not a cold water
supply, you will need to provide one.
See "Installing the Water Line" section.

NOTES:

Before making the connection to the
refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator
power cord is not plugged into the wall

outlet.

* If your refrigerator does not have a

water filter, we recommend installing

one if your water supply has sand or
particles that could clog the screen of

the refrigerator's water valve. Install it

in the water line near the refrigerator.
If using GE SmartConnect TMRefrigerator

Tubing Kit, you will need an additional
tube (WX08X10002) to connect the filter.

Do not cut plastic tube to install filter.

[] If you are using copper tubing, place a

compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto

the end of the tubing coming from the

house cold water supply.

If you are using the GE SmartConnect TM

tubing, the nuts are already assembled to

the tubing.

[] If you are using copper tubing, insert

the end of the tubing into the refrigerator

connection, at the back of the refrigerator,
as far as possible. While holding the

tubing, tighten the fitting.

If you are using GE SmartConnect TM

tubing, insert the molded end of the

tubing into the refrigerator connection,

at the back of the refrigerator, and tighten

the compression nut until it is hand tight.

Then tighten one additional turn with a

wrench. Overtightening may cause leaks.

[] Fasten the tubing into the clamp provided

to hold it in position. You may need to pry

open the clamp.

Tubing Clamp 1/4" Tubin

1/4"

Compression

Ferrule

(sleeve)

Refrigerator
Connection

SmartConnect 'MTubing

[] TURN ON THE WATER SUPPLY

Turn the water on at the shutoff valve
(house water supply) and check for

any leaks.

[] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

Before plugging in the refrigerator, make

sure the icemaker power switch is set to

the O (off) position.

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See the grounding information attached

to the power cord.

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE REFRIGERATOR (CONT,)

[] PUT THE REFRIGERATOR

IN PLACE

Move the refrigerator to its final location.

[] LEVEL THE REFRIGERATOR

The refrigerator can be leveled by
adjusting the rollers located near the
bottom hinges.

[] LEVEL THE DOORS

Adjust the refrigerator door to make the
doors even at the top.

To align:

[]

Using a 7/16" wrench, turn the door
adjusting screw to the right to raise the
door, to the left to lower it.

NOTE:

A nylon plug, imbedded in the threads
of the pin, prevents the pin from turning

unless a wrench is used.

[]

After one or two turns of the wrench,
open and close the refrigerator door and
check the alignment at the top of the doors.

Doors should be even at top

Raise

Rollers have three purposes:

• Rollers adjust so the door closes easily
when opened about halfway. (Raise the

front about 5/8" [16 mm] from the floor.)

• Rollers adjust so the refrigerator is
firmly positioned on the floor and does

not wobble.

• Rollers allow you to move the

refrigerator away from the wall for

cleaning.

To adjust the rollers on 23' and 25' models:

• Turn the roller I tl II

adjusting screws

clockwise to

raise the

refrigerator,

counterclockwise

to lower it. Use a
3/8" hex socket

or wrench, or an
adjustable

wrench.

Roller adjusting screw

!

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Installation Instructions

[] REPLACE THE BASE GRILLE

Replace the grille by installing the two
Phillips head screws.

[] START THE ICEMAKER

Set the icemaker power switch to the
I (on) position. The icemaker will not
begin to operate until it reaches its
operating temperature of 15°F (-9°C)
or below. It will then begin operation
automatically. It will take 2-3 days to

fill the ice bin.

Pow

switch - I _"

NOTE:

In lower water pressure conditions, the
water valve may turn on up to 3 times
to deliver enough water to the icemaker.

[] SET THE CONTROLS

Set the controls to the recommended
setting.

[.EOOMME.0E0CO.T.O'SE"..OS]

0 "F IS RECOMMENDED 37 °F IS RECOMMENDED

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Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ICEMAKER & DISPENSER MODELS)

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Recommended copper water supply kits are

WX8X2, WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on the

amount of tubing you need. Approved plastic

water supply lines are GE SmartConnect TM

Refrigerator Tubing (WX08X10002,

WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and
WX08X 10025).

When connecting your refrigerator to a GE

Reverse Osmosis Water System, the only
approved installation is with a GE RVKit. For
other reverse osmosis water systems, follow

the manufacturer's recommendations.

If the water supply to the refrigerator is from
a Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System

AND the refrigerator also has a water filter,

use the refrigerator's filter bypass plug. Using
the refrigerator's water filtration cartridge in
conjunction with the RO filter can result in

hollow ice cubes and slower water flow from
the water dispenser.

This water line installation is not warranted

by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer.

Follow these instructions carefully to

minimize the risk of expensive water damage.
Water hammer (water banging in the pipes)

in house plumbing can cause damage to

refrigerator parts and lead to water leakage

or flooding. Call a qualified plumber to correct
water hammer before installing the water

supply line to the refrigerator.
To prevent burns and product damage, do not

hook up the water line to the hot water line.

If you use your refrigerator before connecting
the water line, make sure the icemaker power

switch is in the O (off) position.

Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas
where temperatures fall below freezing.

When using any electrical device (such as a

power drill) during installation, be sure the

device is double insulated or grounded in a

manner to prevent the hazard of electric

shock, or is battery powered.
All installations must be in accordance with

local plumbing code requirements.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

J

• Copper or GE SmartConnect TM Refrigerator
Tubing kit, 1/4" outer diameter to connect

the refrigerator to the water supply. If using
copper, be sure both ends of the tubing are

cut square.

To determine how much tubing you need:
measure the distance from the water valve on

the back of the refrigerator to the water

supply pipe. Then add 8' (2.4 m). Be sure

there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8' [2.4 m]

coiled into 3 turns of about 10" [25 cm]
diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move

out from the wall after installation.
GE SmartConnect TM Refrigerator Tubing Kits

are available in the following lengths:
2' (0.6 m) - WXO8XIO002

6' (1.8 m) -WXO8XIO006

15' (4.6 m) - WXO8X10015

25' (7.6 m) - WXO8X10025

Be sure that the kit you select allows at least

8' (2.4 m) as described above.

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Installation Instructions

WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)

NOTE: The only GE approved plastic tubing
is that supplied in GE SmartConnect TM
Refrigerator Tubing kits. Do not use any
other plastic water supply line because the
line is under pressure at all times. Certain
types of plastic will crack or rupture with age
and cause water damage to your home.

• AGE water supply kit (containing tubing,
shutoff valve and fittings listed below) is

available at extra cost from your dealer or
from Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002
(in Canada 1.888.261.3055).

• A cold water supply. The water pressure must
be between 20 and 120 p,s.i. (1.4-8.1 bar).

• Power drill.

• 1/2" or adjustable wrench.

• Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver.

Install the shutoff valve on the nearest

frequently used drinking water line.

[] SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER

SUPPLY

Turn on the nearest faucet long enough

to clear the line of water.

[] CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION

Choose a location for the valve that is
easily accessible. It is best to connect into

the side of a vertical water pipe. When it is

necessary to connect into a horizontal
water pipe, make the connection to the
top or side, rather than at the bottom,
to avoid drawing off any sediment from
the water pipe.

• Two 1/4" outer diameter compression nuts

and 2 ferrules (sleeves)--to connect the

copper tubing to the shutoff valve and the
refrigerator water valve,

OR

• If you are using a GE SmartConnect TM
Refrigerator Tubing kit, the necessary
fittings are preassembled to the tubing.

• If your existing copper water line has a
flared fitting at the end, you will need an
adapter (available at plumbing supply

stores) to connect the water line to the
refrigerator OR you can cut off the flared

fitting with a tube cutter and then use a
compression fitting. Do not cut formed end
from GE SmartConnect TM Refrigerator tubing.

• Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water
line. The shutoff valve should have a water
inlet with a minimum inside diameter of

g/32" at the point of connection to the COLD

WATER LINE. Saddle-type shutoff valves are
included in many water supply kits. Before
purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve
complies with your local plumbing codes.

DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE

[]

Drill a 1/4" hole in the water pipe (even if
using a self-piercing valve), using a sharp
bit. Remove any burrs resulting from

drilling the hole in the pipe,
Take care not to allow water to drain into

the drill.

Failure to drill a 1/4" hole may result in
reduced ice production or smaller cubes.

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Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)

[] FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE

Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water

pipe with the pipe clamp.

Pipe Clamp _k

Saddle-Type

Shutoff Valve

NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered

to. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not

permitted in Massachusetts. Consult with
your licensed plumber.

Cold Water Pipe

[] TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP

Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing
washer begins to swell.

NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may

crush the tubing.

Washer

Pi

Clamp
Screw

Inlet End

[] CONNECT THE TUBING

TO THE VALVE

Place the compression nut and ferrule
(sleeve) for copper tubing onto the end

of the tubing and connect it to the
shutoff valve,

Make sure the tubing is fully inserted
into the valve. Tighten the compression
nut securely.

For plastic tubing from a GE

SmartConnect TM Refrigerator Tubing kit,

insert the molded end of the tubing into

the shutoff valve and tighten compression

nut until it is hand tight, then tighten one

additional turn with a wrench.
Overtightening may cause leaks.

Saddle-Type
Sh utoff VaIve

Packing Nut

Outlet Valve

NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered

to. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not

permitted in Massachusetts. Consult with

your licensed plumber.

Ferrule (sleeve)

Compression Nut

/ SmartConnect TM

_ Tubing

[] ROUTE THE TUBING

Route the tubing between the cold water
line and the refrigerator.

Route the tubing through a hole drilled in

the wall or floor (behind the refrigerator or

adjacent base cabinet) as close to the wall
as possible.

NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra

tubing (about 8' [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns
of about 10" [25 cm] diameter) to allow the

refrigerator to move out from the wall after
installation.

[] FLUSH OUT THE TUBING

Turn the main water supply on and flush
out the tubing until the water is clear.

Shut the water off at the water valve after

about one quart (1 liter) of water has been
flushed through the tubing.

go back to Step 1 in Installing the Refrigerator.

I To complete the installation of the refrigerator, I

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Normal operatingsounds. GEAppliances.com

Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators.

Modem refrigerators have more features and use newer

technology.

Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal

HUMMM...

--WHOOSH...

• The I]ew high efticienc) colni)ressor ma) iun faster

and hmger than your old refl'igerator and wm may
hear a high-pitched hmn or pulsating sound while

it is operating.

• Sometimes the reflJgerator rtms tot an extended period,

especially when the doo_s are opened ti'equently: This
means that the Frost Guarff" feature is working to

prevent fl'eezer burn and improve t0od preservation.

• Y)m may hear a whooshing somad when the doo_s close.

This is due to pressure equalizing within the reli_igerato_:

CLICKS, POPS,

CRACKS and CHIRPS

• You may hear cracking or i_oi_ping sotmds when the

refl'igerator is first plugged in. This hai)pens as the
refrigerator cools to the correct tei/ll)era[tlre.

• Electronic dampers click open and closed to provide
optimal cooling and energy savings.

• The compressor may cause a clicking or chirping
sound when attempting to restart (this could take

up to 5 minutes).

• The electronic control board may cause a clicking
sound when relays activate to control reii'igerator

COil] l) OIleI]tS.

• Expansion and contraction of cooling coils dm'ing
and after defl'ost can cause a cracking or i_oi_ping

solInd.

• On models with an icemake_; aiter an icemaking
cycle, you may hear the ice cubes dropping into

the ice bucket.

WHIRl

• You may hear the rims spimdng at high speeds.

This hal)pens when the refrigerator is first plugged
in, when the doors are opened frequently or when

a large amount of food is added to the refrigerator
or freezer compartments. The tans are helping to

maintain the correct temperatures.

• If either door is open fi)r over 3 minutes, you may

hear the rims come on in order to cool the light
bulbs.

• The rims change speeds in order to provide optimal

cooling and energy savings.

WATERSOUNDS

6

• The flow of refl'igerant through the freezer cooling
coils may make a gm'gling noise like boiling water.

• _hter dropping on the defrost heater can cause a
sizzling, i)oi)ping or buzzing sound dm'ing the

deti'ost cvcle.

• A water dripping noise may occur dm'ing the deli'ost
cycle as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into

the drain pan.

• Closing the door may cause a gurgling sotmd due to
pressure equalization.

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Beforeyoucall forservice...

Troubleshooting -tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following

pages first and you may not need to call for service.

Possible Causes What ToDo

Refrigerator does not Refrigerator in defrost cycle. * _4ait ab()ut 30 minutes fi w (left'()st cycle to end.
operate Either or both controls set to 0. • Set tire controls to a tern )erature setting

Refrigerator is unplugged. • Push the })lu,,_ completely, into the oudet.
The fuse is blown/cireult • Replace fl/se or reset tire breaker.

breaker is tripped.

Refrigerator is in the showroom • Lluplug tire refrigerator and l)lug it back in.

mode.

Vibration orrattling Rollers need adjusting. • See Rollers.

(slight vibration

is normal)

Motor operates for Normal when refrigerator • _ait 24 hom_ fin" tire refiJgerator to completely

long periods or cycles is Fwst plugged in. c()()l d()wu.

onandofffrequently.

(Modernrefrigerators

with more storage amounts of food are

space and a larger placed in refrigerator.

freezer require more Door left open. • Check to see if package ix holding door open.

operatingtime. They

start and stop often Hot weather or frequent • This ix uom/al.
to maintain even door openhlgs.

temperatures.) Temperature controls • See About thecontrols.

Refrigeratororfreezer Temperature control not set • See About thecontrols.

compartment too warm cold enough.

Often occurs when large • This ix uom_al.

set at the coldest
setting.

Warm weather or frequent • Set tire temperatm'e control one step colder.

door openings. See About thecontrols.

it )acka,,e ix holding door open.Door left open. • Check to see l

Frostorice crystals Door left open. • Check to see if package ix holding door open.
onfrozenfood

(frostwithin package Too frequent or too long

is normal) door opelmlgs.

Dividerbelween Automatic energy saver • This helps prevent condensation ou tire outside.

refrigerator and freezer system circulates warm

compartments liquid around front edge

feels warm of freezer compartment.

Automatic icemaker lcemaker power switch • Set tire power switch to tire I (on) position.
does not work is ha the 0 (off) position.

Waternotcomaected.Supplyturned off or • See Installingthe waterline.

Freezer compartment • Wait 24 hom_ fin" tire reflJgerator to completely

too warln, cool down.

Piled up cubes in the storage • I,evel cubes by haud.

bin cause the icemaker

to shut off.

!(iiiiii _IIIIi_)i

30 ¸

Ice cubes stuck ha icema.ker.

(Green power light on

icemaker blhlkhlg).

• Tm'n off the icemakex, remove cubes and turn the

icemaker l)ack on.